Educating Your Children With the Help of Shoolers Tutoring

Educating Your Children With the Help of Shoolers TutoringShoolers Tutoring is the more popular of the two websites. The parents are well informed on the best practices for providing the best educational methods to their children and the real world implications of those methods. On their website they have an abundance of information on what are good methods of teaching them that are based on sound reasoning and real world applications.Shoolers has a section on using technology in educating children but only the parents need to pay to use this information. If the parents don't have the money the program at the beginning can be edited and just given for free.Pupil reports are a perfect way to know what children have achieved or not achieved. This means the parent will be able to use these reports to let the parents know exactly what their children have achieved. Pupil reports can also be used as a child to child recording tool. Parents are able to build a record of their child's achiev ements in the Internet.The programme includes discussions with the experts that actually teach the subject. Although the parents need to pay for the sessions they can view the programmes in webcams so that they can hear the talking of the experts without having to attend. The conversations are engaging, interesting and also informative.On the other hand the Pupil tutor may be more interested in different methods to teaching the subject to children and may be looking for an evaluation of methods as well. The Pupil may also be more interested in the different variations of teaching the subject so that they can work with children in different ways.Parental bonuses to the parents are also present on the website. Parents can also monitor the sessions of their children and get additional copies of programmes at any time.Shoolers Tutoring has the advantage that is cheaper. If the parents are of a limited budget they can opt for the Pupil Tutor. This can be a very good way to go if the pare nts really want to do the research themselves.

7 Easy Bluegrass Songs on Guitar

7 Easy Bluegrass Songs on Guitar Sign up successful 1. Keep on the Sunny Side â€" The Carter Family Keep on the Sunny Side is one of the most famous bluegrass songs. The version I  am showing you is in the key of C. It is played with a standard bluegrass-strumming  pattern:  Down Down Rest Up Down Up,  then immediately repeat. Below are  the chords used in the song and how they are played to the lyrics. C F C Keep on the sunny side, always on the sunny side G Keep on the sunny side of life C F C It will help us every day, it will brighten all the way G C If well keep on the sunny side of life 2. Foggy Mountain Top A.P. Carter Here is another very popular bluegrass tune. It can be played  quickly  with a Down Down  strumming pattern while counting, 1-2, 1-2, 1-2, 1-2. There is a new chord  introduced. G C G If I was on some foggy mountain top D7 Id sail away to the west G C G Id sail all around this whole wide world D7 G To the girl I love the best C G If I had listened to what momma said D7 I would not have been here today G C G A lying around this old jail-house D7 G A weeping my sweet life away 3. On Top of Old Smokey â€" The Weavers On Top of Old Smokey is a slower song, played in ¾ time. It can be played with a Down  Down Up Down pattern, while counting to three. It features the G7 chord. C F C On top of old Smokey all covered in snow G7 C I lost my true lover by courting too slow F C But courting is pleasure but parting is grief G7 C For a false hearted lover is worse than a thief F C A thief he will just rob you take what you have G7 C But a false hearted lover will take you to your grave F C A grave will decay you turn you into dust G7 C And there just isn’t one girl a poor boy can trust 4. Man of Constant Sorrow â€" Dick Burnett This is a song originally written by Dick Burnett, but made famous by The Cinch  Brothers, and later made even more famous by the motion picture Oh Brother  Where Art Thou. The following is a simplified version that can be played with a  Down Down pattern. D A D In constant sorrow all through his days D G I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow A D Ive seen trouble all my day G I bid farewell to old Kentucky A D The place where I was born and raised A D The place where he was born and raised D G For six long years Ive been in trouble A D No pleasures here on earth I found G For in this world Im bound to ramble A D I have no friends to help me now A D He has no friends to help him now 5. Kentucky Girl â€" Larry Sparks Kentucky Girl is a nice song that only features two chords. It can be played much  like “Keep on the Sunny Side.” The pattern is Down â€" Down â€" Down Up â€" Down. G D7 Kentucky girl are you lonesome tonight G Kentucky girl do you miss me D7 Does that old moon shine on the bluegrass as bright G As it did on the night you first kissed me D7 In a valley neath the mountain so high G The sweetest place in all the world D7 In a cabin with vines on the door G Is where I met my Kentucky girl 6. Old Doc Brown â€" Hank Snow (Just a Closer Walk with Thee) “Old Doc Brown” is a song that is played very slowly and has spoken word over it  rather than traditional singing lyrics. It’s a classic. It was first performed by Hank  Snow, but later popularized by Johnny Cash.  It shares the same chords as “Just a Closer Walk with Thee,” which is a very old hymnal song that  bears no author. I chose this song because there are a few new chords introduced. A E A I am weak but thou art strong, Jesus, keep me from all wrong A A7 D A E7 D A I’ll be satisfied as long As I walk, let me walk close to thee A E A Just a closer walk with thee, Grant it, Jesus, is my plea A A7 D A E7 D A Daily walking close to thee, Let it be, dear Lord, let it be 7. Nine Pound Hammer Flatt Scruggs “Nine Pound Hammer” is another fast-paced, classic bluegrass song. It can be played  with the Down â€" Down â€"Rest â€" Up â€" Down pattern that we have seen before. The chorus is as follows. G Roll on buddy C7 Dont you roll so slow G D Well, tell me how can I roll roll roll G When the wheels wont go G Roll on buddy C7 Pull you load of coal G D Tell me how can I pull G When the wheels wont roll G Its a long way to Harlan C7 Its a long way to Hazard G D Just to get a little brew brew brew G Just to get a little brew G And when I die C7 You can make my tombstone G D Out of number nine coal D Out of number nine coal Please keep in mind that these seven easy bluegrass guitar songs can be expanded upon greatly. These are  merely open chord versions of the songs. The best way to learn is by sitting with a guitar teacher, so that he or she can go through the strumming patterns and fills. All chord photos are from JustinGuitar.com. Want to learn even more bluegrass guitar songs and techniques? Working with a private guitar teacher is the best way to improve your skills. Search for your guitar teacher now! Matthew K. teaches guitar, piano, and music theory lessons in Brooklyn, NY. He studied music composition at Mercyhurst University, and he has been teaching lessons for four years. Matthew is available to teach in-person lessons as well as online via Skype. Learn more about Matthew here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Why College Grads Face A Tough Job Market

Why College Grads Face A Tough Job Market Employment rates and starting salaries for graduating college students entering the job market have fallen drastically in the last few years, according to an article in the New York Times. Only 55.6% of 2009 college graduates found jobs that actually used their degrees; 22.4% are unemployed, and 22% are working jobs that do not use their college degrees. Students were surveyed in the spring; so these numbers could have changed by their graduation dates. However, 90% of graduates in 2006-2007 had jobs (that were relevant to their degrees) during the spring before their graduation. The median starting salary for 2009 and 2010 college graduates was $27,000, a decrease from $30,000 for 2006-2008 graduates, according to a study released by the John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at Rutgers University. Also, being forced into a job that doesnt require a degree can put a young persons career on the slow track. Taking a job in retail or at the local Wal Mart for a few years could make it incredibly difficult for a young person to get back into the professional job market. Choosing the correct major can make all the difference. Education and teaching and engineering majors were more likely to land a job that was relevant to their degrees. However, Latin American Studies and humanities majors were less likely to find jobs requiring a college degree. The employment rate (in jobs requiring a degree) for recent education graduates is 71.1%, compared to 44.7% for all area studies majors. These figures will also make it more difficult for recent graduates to pay off student loan debts. The median amount of college loan debt is $20,000 for 2006-2007 graduates. Total debt is likely rise as many unemployed graduates will pursue further degrees just to get into the job market. Unemployment rates are much lower for people with Masters and Ph. D degrees. One way to avoid a bleak job market is to stay in school and pursue advanced degrees.

Fun Music Activities for Toddlers and Beyond

Fun Music Activities for Toddlers and Beyond Suzy S. Any age is right for introducing your child to music! Here, Corona, CA teacher  Milton J.  share some ideas for music activities for kids of all ages Have a child who can’t stop singing, tapping, or dancing? Congratulations, your child is musically inclined! There are some wonderful ways of introducing your young one to music that are exciting and fun, while also enriching their development and increasing your own enjoyment as a parent. Whether your child is an infant, toddler, preschooler, or older, there’s something for every child of every age! Infants The music infants hear is mostly dependent on their caregivers.  Singing simple, short songs to infants in a high, soft voice with a few lines about bathing, dressing, or eating while you do these activities helps them liken melody to the activity, which improves their astuteness, but also helps them resonate joy with those melodies. Additionally, nursery rhymes said with rhythm and repetition is pleasing for older infants. You also can provide rhythmic activities for younger infants by rocking them or clapping and patting their hands together. Babies will respond with excited movements like swaying, waving, and bouncing. Babies responses of gurgling, cooing, and happy shouting are their own unique way of making music themselves! Toddlers Activities for toddlers from 18 months through three years should incorporate short songs. As their memories are not fully developed, they can remember only a few words at a time. Repeating songs encourages the use of words and memorization. When caring for toddlers, listen when they begin to sing spontaneously. Repeat the songs or nursery rhymes over and over. A fun game to play with them is to create rhythms by clapping or tapping a metal pan with a wooden spoon. Most 3-year-olds will be able to listen and repeat while enjoying using cookware for something other than when mommy or daddy makes dinner (although be sure to monitor them if they decide to search for the pan and spoon themselves!). For another idea, when music plays on the radio or the stereo at home, call out movements for them to make that involve various parts of their bodies. Ask them to jump and hop, smile and frown, or punch the air with their fists. Then, ask them to sit on the floor or stand on one foot each time you turn the music off. This is a fun activity for toddlers and can be played with all kinds of music. Preschoolers Children who are four and five naturally love to sing! My 5-year-old nephew is singing constantly. Preschoolers tend to like songs that repeat words and melodies, rhythms with a definite beat, and words that ask them to do things. Preschool children also enjoy nursery rhymes and songs about familiar things like toys, animals, play activities, and people. For your preschooler, provide a wide variety of music for them to listen to, like folk songs, symphonies, operas, rock and roll, oldies, jazz standards, and soundtracks from their favorite movies and educational TV shows. For a game, suggest that everyone pretend to be animals or objects like cats, elephants, trucks, or bouncing balls, and then imitate these in response to the music. This will help your child interpret the music with movement and help him or her internalize rhythm and syncopation. School-Age Children Like toddlers, the attention span of school-age children is short. Most 6-to 9-year-olds respond best to songs about everyday happenings. Songs that involve counting, spelling, or remembering a sequence of events are popular. Songs and musical activities with other school subjects are  also  effective during this stage in their development. Words that tell stories about athletic games, other countries, famous men and women, or scientific discoveries are well-liked and easily remembered. Remember to keep these verses fairly short and limited to one thought. Now, early school-age children are able to establish relationships with their friends and can use their musical experiences to form friendships. They may have a strong interest in taking music lessons or playing in a band. They may also want to listen to music after school with friends or sing in a church or community choir. They are conscientious about practicing and may take a liking to singing or percussion instruments. As the parent, listen to the music they want to play for you. Suggest that they sing and play their musical instrument for you or together as a group with their other musical friends. If you let the children take turns directing this jam session and join in as an enthusiastic member, their interest will surely last much longer. Enjoy introducing and encouraging your childs love for music, parents! We hope to see them taking lessons with a great TakeLessons instructor in the near future. Milton J. teaches guitar, piano, singing, music recording, music theory, opera voice, songwriting, speaking voice, and acting lessons in  Corona, CA. He specializes in classical, RB, soul, pop, rock, jazz, and opera styles. Learn more about Milton here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo  by  swambo

Are You Looking for Math Help to Reach Your Expected Grade, Go for Online Tutoring

Are You Looking for Math Help to Reach Your Expected Grade, Go for Online Tutoring 0SHARESShare Is Math your  favorite  subject or your most unloved topic in school? Tutor Pace, a USA based dependable and affordable Online Tutoring website provides plenty of online math help, math fun and other useful resources for you! Quiz sessions, instant homework help make learning Math interesting.  Online tutors are highly skilled and professionally trained. They ensure that you enjoy the subject and don’t get panic. Interactive and informative sessions help you to improve your grades. These tutors are easily accessible from the comfort of home. Parents can depend on our tutoring website to facilitate their kids, to enjoy, appreciate and learn numbers, counting, arithmetic, fractions, computation, trigonometry, geometry, and even algebra. Math videos, dynamic online worksheets help you to understand the concepts better. This is a 24*7 service that provides one-on-one tutoring to students from k-12. [starbox id=admin]

Learn Maths 10 Strategies to Improve your Maths Skills

Learn Maths 10 Strategies to Improve your Maths Skills Maths Tricks to Help you Improve at Maths Chapters10 Strategies to Help you Become Better at MathsMaster Each Topic in TurnTrain Your Memory for Mental MathsAlways Write Maths Problems DownWork in a Calm EnvironmentWork Together with Your Friends to Get Better at MathsMake a Step-by-Step Record of Maths Problems and SolutionsNever Write In InkShow Your Workings Using A PencilDon’t Revise Maths Late At NightVisualise the Maths ProblemEverybody has at least one memory from maths class.Whether doing KS2 at  primary school, maths revision  GCSE at secondary school, A Levels at sixth form, or studying at university, maths class certainly makes an impression on all of us.This subject will always be hugely important and that’s why it’s taught from a very young age. It provides us with many essential skills including logical thinking, restitution of knowledge, summarising, problem solving, working with time and space, and how to rationalise word problems.We can often find it difficult to learn maths. We stumble when it’s not going well when, in fact, all we have to do is take a step back from the wreckage. If we don't, this can make our marks go down and cause us to lose confidence in our own abilities.Even if you usually fail maths, don't despair! If you want to get better maths scores, here are some great tips on how to get ahead in maths and boost your level in the subject.To succeed in maths, you should always write things down as it helps structure your reasoning.Reformulate the problem by writing it down and start solving it step by step instead of trying to tackle the problem all at once and making a mistake.Work in a Calm EnvironmentWhen you have to revise or solve a maths problem, try to find a calm and quiet place where you won’t be distracted and can avoid making mistakes.Don’t listen to loud music, make sure your television isn’t on in the background, put your smartphone on silent and turn off notifications, and avoid anything that could distract you. This is also true for online math tutoring.Go somewhere calming to revise maths. (Source: UMich)If you want to get better marks in maths, you should focus completely on what you’re doing. Remove anything that could draw your attention away from your maths problems.Make yourself a maths sanctuary: indicate on your door that you’re working on your maths exercises and tell your family that you’d like to concentrate and not be disturbed while you’re studying.Otherwise, set aside a few hours so that you can go to your closest library. You’ll finish your work in a fraction of the time, concentrate better and study more effectively. MyriamMaths Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £200/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Dr parikhMaths Teacher 5.00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KamalMaths Teacher 5.00 (9) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PetarMaths Teacher 5.00 (8) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Gowsi kaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RubenMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ConorMaths Teacher 4.75 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsWork Together with Your Friends to Get Better at MathsIf one of your classmates asks you for advice, try to explain it as clearly as possible.In fact, if you clearly understand something, you can clearly explain it. Explaining something clearly means that you have mastered your subject.Being able to help someone struggling in maths is also an opportunity to check your own understanding of the subject.Test your knowledge with a qualified maths tutor. (Source: US News)Paraphrasing or relaying information to somebody else is a great way to develop your understanding of maths.Don’t forget to ask for advice from the people you know. It’s always useful to get a different point of view using different expressions to help you better understand something.Get help for you r kids by finding a maths tutor for themMake a Step-by-Step Record of Maths Problems and SolutionsIf you want to get better at maths, you should take notes on how to solve every maths problem you face. It's also great when you're practicing for exams.Then, work back through the problems by following each step. By working back through the problems, it’s much easier to follow your process.This will help both you and the teacher when they correct your work. It will help them understand your thought process and give them more opportunities to give you marks.By clearly showing how you arrive at your answer and the steps you’ve taken to solve the problem, the teacher can see that you’ve thought about the problem and how you tackled it.Never Write In InkWhy shouldn’t I use a pen when it comes to showing my working? Because you’ll inevitably make a mistake!Imagine an erroneous decimal point completely changing the place value of a digit!Your thought process will take you down seve ral roads before you get to the answer and you’ll end up with a lot of information written down. This will be really difficult to read.Your brain won’t know where you’re going, you’ll panic, and then you’ll end up wasting a lot of time on otherwise simple sums.When you have the solution to your problem and have shown that you thought about it, clearly copy down the steps you’ve taken.Show Your Workings Using A PencilBy using pencils with rubbers, you’ll be able to rub out whatever goes wrong and make as many corrections as you need to. This means you’ll have a clear and readable document at the end. If you make a mistake with the order of operations, you'll see exactly where you went wrong!To make your mathematical reasoning as clear as possible, you should always have a blank page next to you and avoid pages of scribbles in order to make your life as easy as possible.Buy quality equipment. Every mathematician knows that!Follow these maths tips to the letter!Don’t Revise Maths Late At NightWhen you work on a maths problem, whether it’s fractions, probability, or the Fourier Transform, never stay up late to do so.A lot of students do it but the consequences can be really bad for your health. You're never going to master complex numbers, the Pythagorean theorem, or a quadratic equation when you're struggling to keep your eyes open. I can barely do basic adding and subtracting when I'm tired, let alone  long division or subtracting fractions.Don't stay up late doing your maths exercises. (Source: Hype Science)On the one hand, you won’t feel great the next morning and you’ll have probably dreamt about maths all night.On the other hand, the later you work, the more likely you are to make mistakes. Your concentration won’t be as good as during the day or in the morning.If you’re stuck on a maths problem, leave it alone for a few hours.“Sleeping on it” is often a good idea. The next morning you’ll wake up with the solution being so o bvious or you'll at least have a few ideas on how to tackle the problem.Visualise the Maths ProblemThis tip is pretty cliché and not always possible but if it’s possible, you should try and visualise the problem.By having a visualisation of the problem, you’ll be able to see which other maths tips to employ to help solve your problem.A picture's worth a thousand words. (Source: Yale Alumni Service Corps)This is particularly useful for geometry and trigonometry and is basically why graphing exists. These types of puzzles beg to be drawn up. I mean, can you actually think about a right triangle without picturing it in your head?It’s important to simplify as much information as possible into coherent imagery. Diagrams, tables, and graphics can always be used as a visual aid to solve problems.Would you like to know  how much time you need to get good at maths?

Useful Italian Phrases and Tips for Dating

Useful Italian Phrases and Tips for Dating Brooke Neuman Navigating through the complex world of dating is hard enough, let alone trying to do it in a foreign country. Below, Italian teacher Nadia B. shares some useful Italian phrases and tips for dating Youve tried Italian cuisine, explored every inch of the Vatican, and survived your first Italian conversation. Is dating an Italian next on your bucket list? Perhaps youre planning on studying abroad in Italy, or youre simply mesmerized by the sophisticated allure of Italians. Whatever the case, dating in Italy is quite different from your local dating scene back home. Below are some useful Italian phrases and tips for dating so you can navigate the Italian dating world  con gusto. But first, lets go over some Italian dating tips: Helpful Tips for Dating Italians While theyre arent any hard and fast rules to dating Italiansas every individual is differentthere are some things to keep in mind as you play the field. Below are some helpful tips for both men and women: Italians are a very fashionable bunch. If you want to attract a date, be sure to dress appropriately at all times. Torn, revealing, or heavily worn clothing are a big no-no. Ladies, dont be too showy. Italian men are drawn to women who are elegant, funny, and intelligent. Bottom line, be your charming self! Italians are often outgoing  and expressive. Dont be alarmed if your date gets enthusiastic, as he or she is just expressing his or her emotions. Family is very important to Italians. Be  respectful of that and show an interest in getting  to know and learning about your significant others family members. Useful Italian Phrases for Dating Whats the key to a successful relationship? Communication.  To make sure that you can successfully communicate with your date, brush up on your Italian language with these useful Italian phrases: Below are some useful Italian phrases for sparking up a conversation with someone who peaks your interest: Posso offrirti qualcosa? (Can I buy you a drink?) Come stai? (How are you?) Posso unirmi a te? (Can I join you?) If you like the person you meet, you might continue to see each other. Here are some words associated with dating: farsi delle storie (to see each other) uscire (to go out on a date, but it can also be used in a more general context of leaving the house to go out somewhere) accompagnarsi (to go with, accompany) Italians enjoy doing various activities with the person they’re dating. For example, you might find yourself doing any one of the activities below: fare una passeggiata (taking a walk) andare al cinema (going to the movies) cucinare insieme (cooking together) Once you start seeing someone, you might want to clarify your relationship. The following words will help you to explain  the status of your relationship: il mio ragazzo/la mia ragazza (my boyfriend/my girlfriend) il mio fidanzato/la mia fidanzata (my fiancé/my fiancée) il mio amante/la mia amante (my lover [male/female]) innamorarsi (to fall in love [with each other]) divertirsi (to have fun) relazione, rapporto (relationship) As you fall more in love with the person youre dating, you may want to use more affectionate names for them.  There are many possibilities when it comes to affectionate terms for your partner, but here is a sampling of some of the most typical: amore (love) tesoro (honey or literally meaning treasure) cucciolo (my pet or literally meaning puppy) Learn more romantic Italian phrases here! The better you are at speaking Italian and understanding the customs of Italy, the easier you’ll find it to date in Italy.  Dating an Italian can be a fascinating, fun, and unique experience. Who knows, you may just find eternal love (amore eterno)!f Post Author:  Nadia B. Nadia B. teaches Italian in New York, NY. She graduated summa cum laude from New York University, with a double degree in Italian Language and Literature and Classical Music Performance.  Learn more about Nadia here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Are Concussion Effects More Severe in Youths with ADHD

Are Concussion Effects More Severe in Youths with ADHD Stories about the negative effects of concussions on brain health and function are popping up everywhere. As awareness grows, coaches, sports organizations, and parents are making changes to the way practices are conducted, how games are played, and how youths are monitored when a concussion occurs, all with the goal of preventing concussions and reducing their short- and long-term effects. Recent studies suggest that youths with ADHD may be particularly vulnerable to the effects of concussions and may require additional monitoring and follow-up care. While these studies are preliminary and were conducted with college student-athletes, the findings are concerning for all youths with ADHD. Recently, a study of college athletes found that those with ADHD may be slower to recover from a concussion than those without ADHD. The study included 120 participants, 40 with ADHD and 80 without ADHD. It measured concussion-related factors (like memory, processing speed, and concussion-specific symptoms) before the start of the season, two days after their concussion, and again once they were cleared to return to play. Athletes with ADHD experienced greater decline in memory function and had more severe concussion symptoms two days after the injury compared to injured athletes without ADHD. Those with ADHD also continued to have more difficulties with some aspects of thinking and learning at the time that they were cleared to play. Concussion symptoms also lasted longer for athletes with ADHD 10-12 days for athletes with ADHD versus four days for athletes without ADHD. A separate study of almost 1,000 college athletes found that those with ADHD were at higher risk of experiencing anxiety and depression following a concussion than athletes without ADHD. This is particularly concerning because anxiety and depression are not regularly monitored as part of standard concussion treatment protocols. While the findings from these studies are preliminary, they are concerning. More research is clearly needed, especially in children and teens, but in the meantime, what should parents do to protect their children with ADHD? Physical activity and participation in team sports both come with great benefits for kids and teens with ADHD, so continuing to participate in sports is important. Unfortunately, many sports, from soccer to cheerleading, come with significant concussion risks. One of the best things parents can do is to ensure that their child is participating in a sports program that follows safe play practices to minimize concussion risk, and that responds quickly and effectively when a concussion is suspected. Parents should inform coaches and doctors that their child or teen requires additional monitoring because of their ADHD and may take longer to recover from a concussion. In addition, children and teens with ADHD should be closely monitored for symptoms of anxiety and depression in the weeks and months following the injury. For additional helpful information on preventing, recognizing, and responding to a concussion, as well as knowing what to look for in coaches and sports programs that follow progressive concussion prevention and management guidelines, check out the CDCs HEADS UP to Youth Sports website. ABOUT DR. MARY ROONEY Mary Rooney, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco. Dr Rooney is a researcher and clinician specializing in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD and co-occurring behavioral, anxiety, and mood disorders. A strong advocate for those with attention and behavior problems, Dr. Rooney is committed to developing and providing comprehensive, cutting edge treatments tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and adolescent. Dr. Rooney's clinical interventions and research avenues emphasize working closely with parents and teachers to create supportive, structured home and school environments that enable children and adolescents to reach their full potential. In addition, Dr. Rooney serves as a consultant and ADHD expert to Huntington Learning Centers. ABOUT HUNTINGTON Huntington Learning Center is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students of all levels succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntington's mission is to give every student the best education possible. Call us today at 1.800.CAN LEARN to discuss how Huntington can help your child. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. This website does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The material on this site is provided for educational purposes only.

Why Individualized Tutoring is More Effective Than Group Tutoring

Why Individualized Tutoring is More Effective Than Group Tutoring Youve seen several red flags, including a decline in grades and a poor report card. Maybe your child has asked you for homework help but you can tell your child has big skill gaps and you feel unequipped to help him or her close them. If you know your child could benefit from the help of a tutor, your next decision is what type of setting is going to be most effective: a one-to-one or group tutoring setting? At Huntington, we are proponents of individualized tutoring for students for a variety of reasons: One-to-one tutoring programs are customized for each students needs. In a one-to-one tutoring session, the teacher determines what to cover based on the students specific needs and goals. The curriculum is designed to address each students challenges. Sessions are built specifically around the student. Students cant get lost in the crowd. Just like in a classroom with many students, students in a larger group tutoring session can fade into the background by avoiding asking questions or engaging the teacher. Not so in an individualized tutoring program. Students get the help they need because they are the sole focus. The programs scale according to students growth. Because an individual tutoring session is designed around each students areas of weakness, theres no risk of students getting left behind. Tutors will not move ahead to a new concept without ensuring their students master the essential building block skills first. Students learn more than just school skills. A quality subject tutoring program focuses on more than the academic skills your child needs for success. At Huntington, for example, we strive to help students boost their self-esteem and turn around any negative feelings they might have about school. Our goal is to help students become motivated self-starters who are confident in their abilities. Signs its time for tutoring So, when should you call Huntington? When the grades have fallen, of course, but here are several other signs your child needs personal tutoring help: Your child lacks study skills. Watch for sloppy or incomplete notes from class and a haphazard approach to nightly homework. Take note if your child seems to make things harder on him or herself by succumbing to distractions or failing to set up good habits during homework and studying. Homework takes way too long. Tasks that you know should be quick take a long time because your child gets distracted or easily confused. Observe how your child spends his or her time and how long it takes to get going when he or she sits down to do work. Your child doesnt care. If your child once enjoyed school and now seems lazy and apathetic about the idea of learning, there might be something going on behind the scenes. Theres a reason for that lack of effort. You need to find out what it is. Your childs typical nightly routine: avoid. If procrastination and avoidance have become the nightly norm, your child is probably be struggling with school material. Avoidance is easier than slogging through something difficult or asking for help. Call 1-800 CAN LEARN to learn more about Huntingtons one-to-one student tutoring plans. We work with children of all ages to identify and target their areas of weakness so they can get back on track in school.